Tanzania public holidays 2027
In 2027, Tanzania has 16 public holidays – 9 of them fall on a weekday. With long weekends and all dates to print.
Public holidays Tanzania 2027
| Date | Weekday | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2027 | Friday | New Year's DayFirst day of the year – a day off in almost every country. |
| 01/02/2027 | Saturday | Zanzibar Revolution Day |
| 03/09/2027 | Tuesday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) |
| 03/26/2027 | Friday | Good FridayCommemorates the crucifixion of Jesus; a quiet day in many countries. |
| 03/29/2027 | Monday | Easter MondayThe day after Easter Sunday, a holiday in much of Europe. |
| 04/07/2027 | Wednesday | Karume Day |
| 04/26/2027 | Monday | Union Day |
| 05/01/2027 | Saturday | Labour DayInternational Workers’ Day, celebrating the labour movement. |
| 05/16/2027 | Sunday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) |
| 07/07/2027 | Wednesday | Saba Saba Day |
| 08/08/2027 | Sunday | Nane Nane Day |
| 08/14/2027 | Saturday | Maulid Day |
| 10/14/2027 | Thursday | Nyerere Day |
| 12/09/2027 | Thursday | Independence DayThe country’s Independence Day. |
| 12/25/2027 | Saturday | Christmas DayCelebration of the birth of Jesus. |
| 12/26/2027 | Sunday | Christmas DayCelebration of the birth of Jesus. |
Long weekends 2027: more days off with less leave
Make the most of your vacation days in Tanzania in 2027 – leave days needed and consecutive days off:
| Period | Holiday | Leave days | Days off |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06 – 03/09/2027 | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | 1 | 4 |
| 03/20 – 03/29/2027 | Good Friday | 4 | 10 |
| 04/03 – 04/07/2027 | Karume Day | 2 | 5 |
| 04/24 – 05/02/2027 | Union Day | 4 | 9 |
| 07/03 – 07/07/2027 | Saba Saba Day | 2 | 5 |
| 10/14 – 10/17/2027 | Nyerere Day | 1 | 4 |
| 12/09 – 12/12/2027 | Independence Day | 1 | 4 |
Tanzania 2027 in numbers
- Public holidays
- 16
- on weekdays
- 9
- on weekends
- 7
- Weekday holidays 2026
- 13
- Working days (Tanzania)
- 252
Other observances 2027
| 03/28/2027 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Tanzania have in 2027?
Tanzania has 16 public holidays in 2027. 9 of them fall on a weekday (Monday to Friday).
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in Tanzania?
The first public holiday of 2027 in Tanzania is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027.
When are the best long weekends in Tanzania in 2027?
We found 7 worthwhile long weekends. The best value is March 6, 2027 – March 9, 2027.
Are there more weekday holidays in 2027 than in 2026?
In 2027, 9 holidays fall on a weekday, compared with 13 in 2026.
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